Emergency Medical Technician (EMT Basic)

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Want to be a highly skilled, qualified individual who can handle simple to life-threatening emergencies? If so, the Navarro College EMT program is for you.

The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) curriculum includes a combination of class lectures, skills, and clinical hours in the hospital and the ambulance. Navarro College’s EMS programs meet Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) and The National Registry of EMT required for certification eligibility. Upon successful completion of the emergency medical services programs (EMT or Paramedic certificates) students must be eligible to challenge TDSHS’ required national Registry of EMT/Paramedic certification examination. A criminal background check and a drug screening is required of all Protective Services students enrolling in programs. An applicant convicted of a felony and/or misdemeanor offense may or may not be eligible for participation and/or state certification. Any applicant who has drug screening returned as questionable or positive, must follow the program’s policies of speaking with a Medical Review Officer and may or may not be dismissed from the program.

Notice to Students Regarding Licensing

Effective September 1st 2017, HB 1508 amends the Texas Occupations Code Section 53 that requires education providers to notify you a potential or enrolled student that a criminal history may make you ineligible for an occupational license upon program completion.

This information is being provided to all persons who apply or enroll in the program with notice of the requirements as described above, regardless of whether or not the person has been convicted of a criminal offense.

Program Approval and Accreditation

The Navarro College EMS program is accredited by:

The Navarro College Paramedic program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) through the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

Program Enrollment Requirements

Navarro College EMS programs meet the Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) and The National Registry of EMTs (NREMT) requirements for certification eligibility. Upon successful completion of the EMT certificate program or the Paramedic program (certificate or A.A.S. degree), students must be eligible for TDSHS’s required National Registry of EMT/Paramedic certification examination.

Requirements to become enrolled in the program include:

– TSI completion

– Criminal Background check

– Drug screening

– Health assessment by a physician

– Up-to-date vaccination

– Mandatory attendance at orientation

– Complete enrollment package provided at the time of registration

An applicant convicted of a felony and/or misdemeanor offense may or may not be eligible for participation and/or state certification. Any applicant who has a drug screening returned as questionable or positive, must follow the program’s policy of speaking with a Medical Review Officer and may or may not be dismissed from the program.

Program Cost & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$1,100 (approximate amount) – Tuition is based on Out-of-District rates.

If you live In-District (Navarro County), tuition may be less. Malpractice insurance, drug testing, and background check fee is included in the cost.

Steps to Enroll

2. Complete EMS Enrollment Requirements

EMS Enrollment Requirements

1. Navarro College ID number (after you apply for admission to NC)

3. Immunizations

A. The Texas Administrative Code (TAC) and Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council Foundation Community Standards Listen require that all students in health-related programs complete the following immunizations before applying to programs where patient contact is a component.

B. If you know you will be registering for our Emergency Medical Technician program within the next year, you will need to start these now because some will take up to 7 months to complete the series.

C. In order to be eligible to apply, you will need to have proof that you have completed the following immunizations:

– Hepatitis B* – 3 series

– Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis (TDaP) – within last 5 years not to expire during the program

– Rubeola/Measles, Mumps, Rubella/German Measles (MMR)*

– Varicella* – 2 series

– Influenza (flue shot), current season

D. *Notes: Titers showing positive immunity to the diseases will be acceptable. Record must display IgG and lab values and ranges

Registration for EMT Program

1. Registration must be completed with the Fire/EMS Department in Building D on the Waxahachie Campus.

2. Submit shot records and register

Post Registration Requirements

1. You will need to be prepared to meet the following additional requirements – before the first day of class – if you are accepted to the EMS program:

A. CPR Certification (American Heart Association Healthcare Provider)

B. Physical Exam

C. Criminal Background Check

D. Health Insurance

2. You will learn more about these requirements after you have successfully registered for the current semester and you have received your EMS packet. Mandatory orientation dates are provided in the EMS packet after registering with a program.

3. Drug Screenings include urine and/or hair follicle samples.

Uniform Guidelines

EMT Uniform Guidelines

Uniforms are required to be worn daily throughout the program. Navarro College EMT uniform consists of:

– Navy blue polo shirt with EMS logo

– Dark blue EMS pants with belt loops

– Black belt

– Black shoes

– Navy blue jacket

– Stethoscope

– Medical shears

– Pen light

– Safety glasses

– Gloves (1 box)

Gainful Employment

The U.S. Department of Education requires institutions with Gainful Employment programs to report certain information about students enrolled in Title IV federal aid eligible educational programs that lead to a recognized occupation. You will find links to Gainful Employment figures on each of the programs below.

EMSP 1501 Emergency Medical Technical – Basic

Introduction to the level of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-basic. Includes all the skills necessary to provide emergency medical care at a basic life support level with an ambulance service or other specialized services. Prerequisites: Healthcare provider CPR and required Immunization. Co-requisites: EMSP 1160

Navarro College is accredited by the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees; approved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board; and is a member of the Texas Association of Community Colleges and the American Association of Community Colleges.

Navarro College is committed to providing a safe and nondiscriminatory employment and educational environment. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, or other status protected by the law in its programs, activities or in the content of employment. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA Title II Coordinator at 3200 W. 7th Avenue, Corsicana, Texas 75110 OR 1-800-NAVARRO.